Alkemia Perfumes 2019 Extrait

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As Dark Things Are Meant To Be Loved

by Sharra Lamoureaux

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Alkemia Perfumes As Dark Things Are Meant To Be Loved is an Extrait de Parfum launched in 2019, created by Sharra Lamoureaux. Alkemia Perfumes's As Dark Things Are Meant To Be Loved carries a Statement verdict, a musk-led wear.

A truly polarising gothic gourmand that swings from 'indie bookshop' to 'cola in a dirty ashtray'. This one's either your soulmate or a screechy mess. Definitely not for the faint of heart, or those who dislike complex, dark sweetness.
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  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Sensual
  • Edgy
  • Warm
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As Dark Things Are Meant To Be Loved Extrait bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Fall Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual Formal

Its intimate sillage makes it surprisingly wearable for casual settings, but its dark, complex profile and moderate longevity position it perfectly for date nights or evenings out. It's too bold and unique for most office environments, and definitely not suited for sport.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

In standard patch-test panels

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

Opens with a rich, almost syrupy sweetness, blending caramel and coconut with a boozy coffee kick. This quickly deepens into a shadowy heart where potent incense, earthy patchouli, and robust tobacco unfurl, evoking a mysterious, almost ancient atmosphere. The base introduces a dark, animalic Russian leather and a smooth oud, grounding the initial sweetness and adding a raw, sensual edge that lingers intimately on the skin.

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